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Hello everyone,I’m 21 years old and currently live with my parents here in New Jersey. I have my associates degree and work a seasonal Restaurant Job making $30k a summer. I also have my Real estate license but I’ve c...
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Happy Sunday!
I heard this question on the latest BP podcast (#435) today and thought what better place to ask it than on the forums:
If you were me, a 20 year old in college, what are five (or more/less) things you...
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If I buy and sell houses(flip) as a full time job, do I pay capital gains taxes? I read somewhere if it can be proven as a full time commitment and its the only source of income I make, the capital gains taxes are inc...
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Hey everyone,I just signed up for bigger pockets and I am interested in getting started in real estate investing. I just finished reading 'How to Invest in Real Estate' and frankly, the book left me with more question...
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Dear Forum,I recently learned of a real estate mentor named Matt Theriault. He is advertising a real estate investment training program called the epic pro academy for about 1,000 dollars. There is a money back guaran...
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I usually try to pay half up front and upon completion, I'll pay the remaining 50%. What methods of paying contractors do the rest of you use?
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So the question that just popped into my head goes like this.Why aren't squatters and tenants who are knowingly staying and forcing you to evict them ever held liable and or charged with a crime?I know in the court sy...
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BP , I have a question should I get a LLC when purchasing a rental property? Or should I purchase in my name. Does anyone have any knowledge in this area. Your help will be very appreciated thank you in advance.
Hey guys, Canadian potential investor here.
I am curious on opinions on buying cheaper sfh, condos or townhomes in the 50-80k USD range. Been on roofstock checking places out and different realtor sites as well. Two ...
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1,200,000 foreclosures?
30,000 investors here at BP?
that averages about 40 houses each.
I am sure there are loads of investors not here.
so if 10% of investors are here, that's 4 houses each.